Wireless connection to dreambox, access point or bridge?

[ss0000]

I want to connect the dreambox wirelessly to the router and read a few threads here but just need some further assurance.
I understand that to enable me to connect my router (upstairs) to the dreambox (downstairs) I need to hook up a wireless bridge to the dreambox.
My question is will an access point be ok? I believe an access point is similar to a bridge but just need further assurance.
Also if an access point will do, is this one ok to use.
TL-WA501G (http://www.tp-link.com/products/product_des.asp?id=36)

anyone else use this model or similar?
thanks in advance

[Swiftie]

Should be fine, but what router have you got?

Personally I have done many bridge setups using DG834G's v3 and upwards. Not strictly for dreamboxes but for IT.

[Sicilian]

This defo works Buffalo Technology - Products - WLI-TX4-G54HP : Wireless-G MIMO Performance* Ethernet Converter (http://www.buffalo-technology.com/products/wireless/wireless-g-mimo-performance/wli-tx4-g54hp-wireless-g-mimo-performance-ethernet-converter/) I know cos i've been using one for years. Also has a 4 port switch so you can hook up other stuff like ps3, xbox, another PC etc...

Dont think an access point works, I think you'ed need to set it up as bridge if you used what your suggesting.

[caveman_nige]

I use these myself and at ?15 a go you can't complain

Belkin 802.11g Wireless G Gaming Adapter: Amazon.co.uk: Electronics & Photo

[ss0000]

I have a tp-link router which in my opinion are sound routers, simple and straightforward to setup and work well so I thought maybe same manufacturer bridge would be good, could not find one so wanted to ask about an access point.
Anyways thanks caveman_nige, the belkin one seems a proper bridge and its cheaper than the tp-link one so guess I'l go for the belkin!
thanks everyone for now...till it comes to setting it up!!

[Sicilian]

I use these myself and at ?15 a go you can't complain

Belkin 802.11g Wireless G Gaming Adapter: Amazon.co.uk: Electronics & Photo (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Belkin-802-11g-Wireless-Gaming-Adapter/dp/B0002AGJOE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1250853533&sr=8-1)

Do you know if this supports WPA2 encryption?

[skegsagypsy]

Doesn't look like it m8 according to the specs:

"Features wireless 64- and 128-bit WEP encryption"

[Sicilian]

Doesn't look like it m8 according to the specs:

"Features wireless 64- and 128-bit WEP encryption"

I didn't think it did. I need another, but i'll prob stick the buffalo model as I know this supports WPA2.

[pande_monium]

Hey Sic!

Just thinking aloud... won't the usb dongles (which come bundled with the routers these days) work for straight Wi-fi connection?

That's what they're for... but not sure how one would load the drivers for those darned boxes.

Has anybody tried doing that?

[westkill]

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[Fano]

Also if an access point will do, is this one ok to use.
TL-WA501G (http://www.tp-link.com/products/product_des.asp?id=36)

anyone else use this model or similar?
thanks in advance

I have one of these myself running with a TP Link 541G router.
Great combination,very stable,works very well for me.
Highly recommended.

[caveman_nige]

Do you know if this supports WPA2 encryption?


sorry for the delayed response... Yes they do support wpa2, i run both mine on wpa2.. Out of the box and up and running in 10 mins.. easyyyyyy

[Sicilian]

sorry for the delayed response... Yes they do support wpa2, i run both mine on wpa2.. Out of the box and up and running in 10 mins.. easyyyyyy

Damn belkin, why dont they put that on their specs!

I ended up buying another Buffalo model, could have saved myself 20 quid :(

[Sicilian]

Hey Sic!

Just thinking aloud... won't the usb dongles (which come bundled with the routers these days) work for straight Wi-fi connection?

That's what they're for... but not sure how one would load the drivers for those darned boxes.

Has anybody tried doing that?

Not sure how if a usb wifi dongle would work with a dreambox m8. Tbh I haven't come across anyone saying they've got one working.

[ss0000]

The question with a usb dongle is how would you set up drivers on the dreambox to get it working?
I managed to get the wireless gaming adaptor from amazon and use that.

[zaf786]

I use these myself and at ?15 a go you can't complain

Belkin 802.11g Wireless G Gaming Adapter: Amazon.co.uk: Electronics & Photo (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Belkin-802-11g-Wireless-Gaming-Adapter/dp/B0002AGJOE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1250853533&sr=8-1)
Hi i am looking for an adaptor for my dreambox to make it wireless i have belkin g plus router f5d9230-4 will this work for me
thanks

[ss0000]

This is a router and you probably can turn it into a bridge but you may need to flash it with the correct firmware. If you can do that then its possible otherwise get a proper wireless bridge/gaming adaptor. The reason they called 'gaming adaptors' is because they are mainly ideal for turning you xbox wireless so you can connect to the internet via your router wirelessly.

[caveman_nige]

@zaf786 yes, i use them for dreambox and xbox... i have connected them to netgear, belkin and linksys cisco routers so far... just connect them without encryption/security first so that connection is established and you are happy with it first then start adding wep or wpa security